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March 13, 2026
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Switalskis opens new office in Grimsby

Switalskis has opened its doors in Grimsby, bringing its award-winning specialist legal expertise to the doorstep of North East Lincolnshire businesses and residents. With 11 established offices across Yorkshire and London, Switalskis has expanded its regional footprint and reinforcing its commitment to providing local access backed by national expertise.

John Durkan
Switalskis News, Press
March 12, 2026
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Back in Play Conference 2026: For rehabilitation and recovery through sport

On Thursday 5th March 2026, our sports injury team hosted their first conference exploring the complex relationship between sport, injury and rehabilitation. The day hosted over a hundred delegates, including a wide variety of individuals involved in sport, supporting rehabilitation and those who  advise when things go wrong.

Katrina Elsey
Sports Law, Personal Injury
March 12, 2026
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Switalskis appoints new marketing lead

Switalskis are pleased to announce the appointment of Elinor Gilles-Jones as head of marketing and business development. A seasoned professional in the marketing domain, Elinor has developed her career by supporting professional services firms, and her extensive experience in the legal industry makes her a valuable addition to the team.

John Durkan
Switalskis News, Press
March 11, 2026

Donna Ockenden named lead of the review into maternity and neonatal services at Leeds Teaching Hospitals (LTH) NHS Trust

Medical negligence experts at Switalskis have welcomed a government decision to appoint senior midwife Donna Ockenden to the role of chair for the forthcoming inquiry into maternity care at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust – but say the inquiry needs to start urgently for all those families who have been affected by failings in their care.

Suzanne Munroe
Medical Negligence
March 11, 2026
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Three brothers found guilty of child sexual abuse around Sheffield in the 2000s

The National Crime Agency have been looking at allegations of abuse in Rotherham between 1997-2013, known as Operation Stovewood.

Josie Clarke
Child Abuse
March 11, 2026
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Support for families of vulnerable children in Hesley Group homes

Switalskis Solicitors continue to act for families bringing claims against the Hesley Group, following years of abuse, neglect and mistreatment by staff. Many families are still seeking answers about what happened and why no one has been held accountable.

Lydia Aboushanab
Child Abuse
March 09, 2026

Delayed sepsis diagnosis: why early recognition saves lives

The anniversary of Bethan Jones’ death from sepsis has once again brought into focus a devastating and all too familiar issue - the failure to recognise and treat sepsis quickly enough.

Lauren Muir
Medical Negligence
March 06, 2026
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International Women’s Day — The women behind our work

In the world of contentious probate, many clients are women who have survived domestic abuse, coercive control, financial manipulation, and relationships that were on the brink of collapse long before their partner passed away. In this blog, we recognise their resilience and endurance.

Kelsey Jones
Contentious Probate
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